To determine the impact of SNAGs and Scapular mobilizations on pain, cervical and shoulder Range of motion and functional outcomes in individuals with Scapulocostal Syndrome.
The rationale for employing SNAGS (Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides) in treating scapulocostal syndrome is multifaceted. By targeting specific joint surfaces and soft tissue structures, SNAGS aim to address joint dysfunction, alleviate pain, and improve mobility in the scapulothoracic region. These sustained gliding movements not only modulate pain signals but also promote relaxation and reduce muscle tension, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of therapeutic exercises aimed at strengthening the surrounding musculature. Additionally, SNAGS facilitate proper muscle activation patterns, optimizing muscle function and coordination. Their adaptability allows for a patient-centered approach, ensuring tailored treatment that considers individual symptoms, mobility deficits, and treatment goals, ultimately promoting better functional outcomes in individuals with scapulocostal syndrome.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE
Enrollment
36
cervical SNAGs (C3-C7) and thoracic SNAGs (T1-T12) with 6 repetitions of 1 set three times per week for 4 weeks along with scapular mobilizations of 10 repetitions of 1 set and stretching of trapezius (upper, middle and lower fibers), levator scapulae and rhomboids (major and minor)
scapular mobilizations of 10 repetitions of 1 set and stretching of trapezius (upper, middle and lower fibers), levator scapulae and rhomboids (major and minor)
DSK physio and Rehab Center
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan
RECRUITINGNeck disability index
changes from baseline The Neck Disability Index (NDI) serves as a valuable tool for evaluating neck pain issues, drawing on the framework of the Oswestry index for back pain and the Pain Disability Index. Its effectiveness lies in its focus on the impact of neck pain on daily activities, reflecting the specific concerns and experiences of individual patients. Comprising 10 sections, each containing 5 questions related to affected activities, the index allows patients to select the response that best represents their situation, with scores ranging from 0 to 5.
Time frame: 4th week
NPRS
changes from baseline Pain through NPRS at the end of every week for 4 weeks
Time frame: every week
Cervical and Shoulder ROM
changes from baseline at the end of every week till last week
Time frame: every week
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